Spring is now here, and that means spring cleaning is under way. One part of your cleaning process should include taking care of your home’s drains. Keeping your drains in top shape ensures that your home’s plumbing system experiences minimal problems throughout the year. Keep reading if you want to learn about drain maintenance procedures you can follow this spring.
Get Strainers For Your Sinks
Part of your drain maintenance tasks should include making sure your drains have the right features. Something we recommend adding to your sinks is strainers. These strainers fit perfectly into drains for both your kitchens and bathrooms. With these in place, debris that would otherwise clog up your drains will instead be caught by the strainers. It’s a good preventative feature to add to any drain in your home.
Clean the Garbage Disposal
Your garbage disposal can sometimes experience blockages. Debris can sometimes get caught in the blades, which makes the blades stop working. The good news is that there are steps you can take to keep your garbage disposal clean.
Making a mixture of vinegar, baking soda, and hot water is a good idea. You could also use tongs or pliers to clean out your garbage disposal, especially if there are big obstructions to remove. If you take the latter approach, however, shut the disposal off first so that the blades can’t hurt you.
Schedule Your Drains for Professional Cleaning
While certain drain maintenance tasks can be handled on your own, it’s still recommended that you get drain cleaning done professionally too. Professionals know how to ensure your drains remain clean, and they’ll have the tools to address any clogs your drains may be facing. For drain problems that you may be hesitant to handle on your own, you can turn to a professional for assistance.
For Drain Maintenance, Call Master Plumbing
Give Master Plumbing a call at (301) 650-9100, or contact us online to get more information on how our expert plumbers can help you with just about anything plumbing-related! We have received Angie’s List Super Service Award recognition for plumbing and drain cleaning every year since 2007, in addition to the Best Plumber award from Best of Bethesda. We are fully licensed, bonded, and insured, and our service is unparalleled. Give us a call today—you won’t regret it! To see examples of our projects, follow us on Facebook and Twitter!